Welcome to the Office of the Provost
The Provost is Columbia University's chief academic officer. In consultation with a team of Vice Provosts, the Provost directs the development and implementation of Columbia's academic plans and policies, and supervises the work of its faculties, departments, institutes, and research centers.
Renewal of the Incentive Plan for Tenured Faculty Retirement
A renewed voluntary retirement plan offers eligible tenured faculty flexible options to transition into retirement, including phased retirement.
Implementation Guidelines: Professor of Instruction Track
The new POI track will allow eligible Lecturers-in-Discipline (LiDs) and Senior Lecturers in Discipline (SLiDs) faculty to transition beginning January 1, 2027, subject to required approvals and procedures.
Event Recap: EGE AI in Higher Education
Rene Kizilcec shared research on how students use and misuse generative AI, highlighting equity concerns in both coursework and admissions. He recommended clearer AI norms and redesigned assessments that preserve authentic learning.
UNDERSTANDING COLUMBIA'S COMMON DATA SET
